Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Madrid?

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Madrid?

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 48m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas?

TAAG, Qatar Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Madrid?

London (LHR) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 21m.

Which airlines fly to Madrid?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Madrid?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R11 853.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport is 7 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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13:15 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

22:05 - 17:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R11 100Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

13:15 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

22:05 - 17:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R11 389Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

15:05 - 10:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

44h 40m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17:40 - 14:05MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 25m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R11 709TAAG

Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25

0:10 - 9:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick

21:20 - 9:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 10m1 stop London Gatwick

R11 725Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 24

13:50 - 5:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

21:25 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 773Ethiopian Air

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

23:15 - 9:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

34h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:00 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 430KLM

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

23:10 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R12 558Ethiopian Air

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

17:20 - 13:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 55m1 stop Istanbul

11:55 - 23:00MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R12 798Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29

14:00 - 10:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

21h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

11:55 - 23:00MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R12 958Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

18:25 - 16:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

22h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol

17:00 - 22:40MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R13 071KLM

Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25

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7:40 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

20:30 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 981KLM

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 19

7:40 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

20:30 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 981KLM

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

7:40 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

20:15 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 318Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 19

23:15 - 19:35CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

20:15 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 334Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 18

19:30 - 21:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

15:45 - 10:15MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 414Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 19

23:15 - 16:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

20:15 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 830Air France

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 19

23:15 - 19:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

17:45 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 862Air France

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 19

14:30 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

23:10 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R13 151Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22

14:30 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

23:10 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R13 952Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

19:30 - 21:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

22:45 - 17:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 945Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 17

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Nov 2

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

16h 35m

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MAD5:25Madrid Barajas

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MAD21:25Madrid Barajas

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CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

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Oct 9

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

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Oct 9

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

14h 45m

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Oct 17

MAD23:10Madrid Barajas

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CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

R12 638

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Oct 22

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

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MAD14:15Madrid Barajas

Oct 29

MAD22:05Madrid Barajas

18h 20m

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CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

R11 100

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Oct 13

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

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MAD14:15Madrid Barajas

Oct 20

MAD22:45Madrid Barajas

18h 45m

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CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R11 389

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Oct 20

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

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MAD22:05Madrid Barajas

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CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

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13:15-14:15

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17:40-14:05

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Cape TownMadrid

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas

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R11 725

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R11 773

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Thu 24/9

23:15-9:30

1 stop34h 15m

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Wed 30/9

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1 stop15h 25m

R12 430

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CPT Cape Town Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas

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15:10-5:55

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Madrid Barajas

Sat 17/10

23:10-14:10

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R12 558

Cape TownMadrid

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

17:20-13:15

1 stop20h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 29/11

11:55-23:00

1 stop34h 05m

R12 798

Cape TownMadrid

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

14:00-10:25

2 stops21h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 16/11

11:55-23:00

1 stop34h 05m

R12 958

Cape TownMadrid

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

18:25-16:05

2 stops22h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 25/11

17:00-22:40

1 stop28h 40m

R13 071

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Madrid?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R11 325 to R13 551.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 100.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Madrid. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 485. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Madrid from Cape Town during February instead. Flights to Madrid in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around R11 661.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around R12 579 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from Cape Town for as low as R11 517 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Cape Town to Madrid flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	R4 149
Fastest flight time	16h 35m
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The best one-way flight to Madrid from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R4 149. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Madrid found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 100.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to Madrid takes 16h 35m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Madrid. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Madrid.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Madrid

How far is Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas by plane?
The distance between Cape Town Intl and Madrid Barajas is about 8567,0 km. Flights usually cover this in 16h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport is 7 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Madrid, the leading airline is Qatar Airways, making up 39% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Emirates with 20%, Ethiopian Air with 15%, and Turkish Airlines with 10%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 908	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 379	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 651 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 761	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 576 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 502	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 823	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 474 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 439	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 657 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 485	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 210 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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